SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 34

SSC GD Const (English) - 22 Feb 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q34

Which of the following pair of sports persons - sports associated with is correct?

I. Smriti Mandhana - Hockey

II. Jyothi Yarraji - Cricket

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Neither I nor II.

Neither of the given pairs is correct:

I. Smriti Mandhana is associated with Cricket, not Hockey. She is a prominent Indian cricketer, known for her performances as an opening batter in international matches.

II. Jyothi Yarraji is associated with Athletics, not Cricket. She is an Indian hurdler, recognized for her success in sprinting and hurdles events, particularly in 100m hurdles.

Thus, both pairs are incorrectly matched to the sports associated with these athletes.